CVE-2004-0916
First published: Fri Nov 19 2004(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in cabextract before 1.1 allows remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary files via a cabinet file containing .. (dot dot) sequences in a filename.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cabextract | =0.2 | |
| Cabextract | =0.6 | |
| Cabextract | =1.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-0916?
CVE-2004-0916 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote file overwriting.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0916?
To fix CVE-2004-0916, upgrade cabextract to version 1.1 or later to mitigate the directory traversal vulnerability.
What are the affected versions of cabextract in CVE-2004-0916?
CVE-2004-0916 affects cabextract versions 0.2, 0.6, and 1.0.
Can CVE-2004-0916 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2004-0916 can be exploited remotely by attackers using specially crafted cabinet files containing dot dot sequences.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2004-0916?
CVE-2004-0916 is a directory traversal vulnerability that allows unauthorized file access.
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